Need Innovation? Try Adding Safety
(Buzz Knight) The single most impactful action an organization can take to spur innovation is to create a culture of psychological safety. This foundational element is crucial for fostering an environment where creativity, risk-taking, and innovative thinking can flourish.
For Radio Brands Expanding On-Demand, YouTube Is A Must
For radio brands set on expanding their on-demand footprint, YouTube can no longer be denied. The video platform has cemented its position as the most popular podcast platform in the US, per the Fall 2024 Podcast Download by Cumulus Media and Signal Hill Insights.
Portland Morning Duo Erases Millions in Medical Debt for Families
In a holiday tradition, Audacy Portland’s 99.5 The Wolf (KWJJ) has again relieved the medical bills of thousands of listeners. Nick and Kristen’s Medical Debt Payoff raised $4.6 million in funds to clear medical debt for 3,345 in the Pacific Northwest.
Taylor Holbrooks Joins Baltimore’s WYPR For ‘Morning Edition’
Baltimore Public Media and WYPR 88.1 FM have announced the appointment of Taylor Holbrooks as the new host of Morning Edition. Holbrooks comes to WYPR from NPR member station Public Radio East in eastern North Carolina, where she was a reporter and host.
Lara Leaves TelevisaUnivision Amid US Audio Revamp
TelevisaUnivision's new CEO Daniel Alegre has announced a major organizational restructuring. Central to these changes is the departure of Jesús Lara, Head of Local in the US, and the reassignment of US audio and local programming leadership.
Author Stephen King To Shutter Three Maine Radio Stations
Acclaimed author Stephen King has announced his decision to close his three Maine radio stations. King, who first entered the industry in 1983, is stepping away from the business after four decades as part of an effort to “get his business affairs in better order.”
Black Friday Week Drives Surge in Retail Radio Advertising
The week of Thanksgiving and Black Friday saw a surge in radio advertising from major retailers and wireless providers as they capitalized on the holiday shopping season. According to Media Monitors, retail led the way for the week ending December 1.
Magellan AI Achieves IAB Podcast Measurement Certification
Magellan AI has achieved certification from the IAB Tech Lab for podcast measurement compliance. The certification aligns Magellan AI with IAB’s Podcast Measurement Technical Guidelines 2.2, for metrics such as downloads, unique listeners, and ad delivery.
MIW Bumps Deadline On Erica Farber Manager Mentorship
Mentoring and Inspiring Women in Radio has extended the application window for its 2024-2025 Erica Farber Mentorship in Management. Formerly known as the Mildred Carter Mentorship, the program supports women in senior leadership roles across radio.
SiriusXM Debuts ‘Bespoke’ Offering in Tesla Cybertruck
For the first time, SiriusXM is now available in the Tesla Cybertruck, Model 3, and Model Y. The addition, which is labeled as a "bespoke streaming integration," mirrors the offerings included in SXM's 360L hybrid broadcast platform, as teased earlier this year.
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